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LA Food Tour: Exploring America’s Culinary Frontier w/ Culinary Backstreets

LA Food Tour: Exploring America’s Culinary Frontier w/ Culinary Backstreets

Overview

Nobody walks in LA? Prepare to challenge your expectations and preconceptions as we wind our way through Downtown Los Angeles on foot. The City of Angels is vast and sprawling, to be sure, a world city and global hub that boasts the busiest port in the western hemisphere and a local economy rivaled only by New York and Tokyo. Yet strolling through its dense core, where it all began hundreds of years ago alongside the LA River, Los Angeles still feels like a western outpost – forward looking, experimental, and adventuresome, especially when it comes to eating. Our food journey may seem extensive, but it’s truly only a taste of the banquet laid out for the bold, the curious, and the intrepid as they continue to explore the seemingly boundaryless City of Angels.

City: Los Angeles

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $175.00

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $175.00

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What's Included

Lunch

Snacks

Coffee and/or Tea

Alcoholic Beverages

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

What To Expect

Chinatown

We’ll begin our day in on this Los Angeles food tour in LA’s atmospheric Chinatown, which is experiencing a culinary renaissance.

Olvera Street

We'll walk along and take in the sights (and eats) of LA's oldest street, the historical birthplace of the city.

Avila Adobe

Along the way, we'll make a stop at what is considered LA's oldest residence.

Little Tokyo

We make our way into the pedestrian-friendly backstreets of Little Tokyo to sample some of the most authentic – and delicious – Japanese food in America, from exquisite sushi to artisanal mochi.

Bradbury Building

As we make out way to another delicious bit, we'll take a look at this fascinating historic building, a key setting in the film "Blade Runner."

Grand Central Market

This bustling market is one of downtown LA's great civic centers. Here we will find the hidden vendors and some unforgettable food.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (21)

lobbyist777

Nov 2022

I have previously been on over a half-dozen Culinary Backstreets foodie walks both domestically and abroad. This ranks among the best - largely due to the guide- Ulysses. He is knowledgeable , flexible with a wonderful personal backstory and a great guy to boot. His passion and enthusiasm makes all the difference. The selection of cuisines was sterling- ranging from Mexican to Chinese, Japanese and Salvadoran. The historical element was also fascinating- both to this native New Yorker as well as my Angelenos friends. I highly recommend this tour for visitors and locals alike. Great fun for visiting family members and friends over the holidays!

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We are delighted to know that you had a wonderful time, Ulysses is the best and his wealth of knowledge is unmatched! You can check out your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see the stamps you have collected. We hope to see you again soon in one of our cities.

abqkmc

Nov 2022

Had an amazing day with our guide Jannine. The foods and beverages we tried were delicious (and filling!). The tour was well-designed and I loved learning about the history and culture of the neighborhoods we went through.

Response from Host

Nov 2022

We are so delighted to know that you enjoyed your tour with Jannine! She is a great guide, and we are so glad that you left feeling full! That is exactly what we are going for! You can check out your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see the stamps you have collected. We hope to see you again soon in one of our cities.

Kathleen P

Oct 2022

What a great tour! We spent the day in LA and visited many food establishments. Everything was delicious! Our guide Jannine was knowledgeable, friendly, and well versed in the area. As we were a small group of 3 we had the liberty to move at a relaxed pace and enjoy the experience. I highly recommend this tour and this company!

Response from Host

Nov 2022

We are so happy to know that you enjoyed your tour with Jennine! We love to keep our groups small, so the experience is awesome! You can check out your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see the stamps you have collected. We hope to see you again soon in one of our cities.